Frame of Reference - Profiles in Leadership
"Frame of Reference - Profiles in Leadership" and "Frame of Reference" - Coming together are conversational style shows with local, national, and global experts about issues that affect all of us in some way. I’m, at heart, a “theatre person”. I was drawn to theatre in Junior High School and studied it long enough to get a Master of Fine Arts in Stage Direction. It’s the one thing that I’m REALLY passionate about it because as Shakespeare noted, “all the world’s a stage and all the men and women merely players”. Think about the universality of that line for just a moment. Think about the types of “theatre” that play out around us every day in today’s world. The dramatic, the comedic, the absurd, the existential, the gorilla theatre (it’s a thing, look it up) that is pumped into our Smart Phones, TV’s, Radios, and PC’s every minute of every day.
Think about the tremendous forces that “play” upon us - trying to first discover, then channel, feed, nurture, and finally harvest our will power and biases in order to move forward the agendas of leaders we will likely never meet. Think of all these forces (behind the scenes of course) and how they use the basic tools of theatre to work their “magic” on the course of humanity. Emotionally charged content matched to carefully measured and controlled presentations.
With that in mind (and to hopefully counter the more insidious agendas), I bring you the Frame of Reference "Family" of podcasts, where the voices of our local and global leadership can share their passion for why and how they are leaders in their community and in many cases, the world. Real players with real roles in a world of real problems. No special effects, no hidden agenda, just the facts and anecdotes that make a leader.
And at the risk of sounding trite, I sincerely thank my wife Ann and my two children Elisabeth and Josiah for continually teaching me what leadership SHOULD look like.
Frame of Reference - Profiles in Leadership
Exploring the Landscape of Fear, Power, and Healing in American Society
Embark on a transformative journey with us, as Antowan Hallmon Sr. (the passionate senior pastor of FaithWorks Ministries) and I untangle the complex threads of race relations and anger in American society. We face the hard truths about systemic barriers, the deceptive power struggles, and how grassroots efforts can be a catalyst for understanding and love. From Elon Musk's recent DEI comments to the historical scars that shape our nation's fabric, our conversation is an urgent call to action—a plea for deeper empathy and collective commitment to combating divisive forces that threaten our democracy.
Together with Antowan, we probe the roots of societal anger, confronting the reality of fear-based reactions and the diminishing virtue of humility. As we navigate these treacherous waters, our dialogue illuminates the importance of programs like affirmative action, recognizing their role in striving towards equity. We also dissect how power and privilege taint perceptions, and why a true understanding of our shared history is vital in transcending the deceptive battles that pit us against one another. As Valentine's Day approaches, we preview the "Love Covers" series, showcasing love's capacity to bridge divides and foster unity.
Concluding this episode, we stress the crucial role of education in distinguishing truth from a sea of misinformation, enabling us to engage with politics more effectively. We highlight the transformative power of a simple pause—how taking a moment to breathe can help us manage our emotional responses to conflicts. This episode isn't just another dialogue; it's an invitation to reflect, to question, and to stand firm in faith and love, as we confront the challenges and embrace the triumphs of forging a more harmonious nation.
Thanks for listening. Please check out our website at www.forsauk.com to hear great conversations on topics that need to be talked about. In these times of intense polarization we all need to find time to expand our Frame of Reference.
